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Cook / Grill Operator

Waffle House, Inc.
Westwego, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026

At Waffle House, we are not in the food business.  We are in the People Business and we are hiring immediately for full time and part time cooks (all shifts).

Being in the People Business, we don’t just take care of our customers.  We take care of our people.  Since 1955, we have provided a fulfilling, fun and rewarding career.

Why join us?

  • With our best-in-class training, you’ll earn well above what you might earn as a Cook at other similar restaurants.
  • Paid time off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance available
  • Paid Maternity Leave benefits available after 2 years
  • Flexible schedules – Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift
  • Opportunities to advance to supervisor and management positions
  • Waffle House Stock ownership opportunities after 90 days.
  • Paid weekly. Direct deposit and pay card available for weekly payout.

The Role:

As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers.

  • You can expect to be on your feet, doing everything from preparing food to order and food preparation, to making sure our restaurant is clean and inviting
  • We have a team environment
  • We need you to be a leader and a team player.
  • Our busiest time is the weekends, - So, we’ll ask you to be available to work some weekends and some holidays

Requirements:

  • Entry level, no experience required
  • Must have a positive and friendly attitude
  • Teens welcome but must be 18 years old

We are a strong, growing company dedicated to our Customers and Associates.  We are hiring and would love to talk to you about being on our team.

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